In the 19th century, they were crossbred with the pug to create the smooth-coated Griffon and began to rise in popularity, eventually making their way to England and eventually the U.S. Today, they remain a relatively uncommon breed. (6/15) by Judy Powell September 16, 2020, 4:28 am Judy Powell 0 Previous 6/15 Next View full list See more Previous article For an active, experienced, dog-loving family with a big home, this pup may fit right in. Next article The gorgeous Norwegian Elkhound dog breed, with their wolf-like face, delights in life. Leave a Reply Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Comment * Name * Email * Website Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.